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Published Online: 1985, pp. 451–609

The Defense Process in Posttraumatic Stress Disorders

Paul E. Emery, M.D., and Olga B. Emery, Ph.D.Authors Info & Affiliations

Publication: American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 39, Number 4

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1985.39.4.541

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The authors discuss the role of the subjective determinants in the premorbid personality and in the symptom-formation of patients who develop posttraumatic stress disorders. Such factors are assessed through a carejul evaluation of the defense mechanisms. It is suggested that psychotherapists focus their attention on the dynamics of such mechanisms and shape their interventions accordingly.

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American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 39 • Number 4 • 1985, pp. 451–609

Pages: 541 - 552

PubMed: 4083373

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Published in print: 1985, pp. 451–609

Published online: 30 April 2018

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Paul E. Emery, M.D.^*

Cleveland, Ohio.

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Olga B. Emery, Ph.D.^*

Cleveland, Ohio.

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Adjunct Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry, Dartmouth Medical School. Mailing address: Center for Stress Recovery, VA Medical Center (116A)B, 10000 Brecksville Road, Brecksville, Ohio, 44141.

Assistant Professor of Psychology, Department of Psychology, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio.

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